in dispute

idiom

: disagreed on : being argued about
The matter/issue is still in dispute.

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What’s not in dispute: Edwards was scheduled to speak at 6 p.m. Saturday to Rotarians gathered in Asheville at the conference held by Rotary District 7670. Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025 While the law firm did represent Diana in her divorce, the company also specializes in dispute resolution, private client & family law, real estate, reputation protection, and innovation & technology. Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 25 Apr. 2025 Traditionally, the wrongdoing between the parties must relate to the matter in dispute—like money owed from employer to employee. Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025 Carter’s talent wasn’t in dispute; NFL scouts often described him as the best player in his draft class. Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for in dispute

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“In dispute.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20dispute. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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